oriented
adjective
ori·ent·ed
ˈȯr-ē-ˌen-təd 
: intellectually, emotionally, or functionally directed
humanistically oriented scholars
market-oriented production
an ecologically oriented approach
is goal oriented
Examples of oriented in a Sentence
The audience was academically oriented.
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In addition, an older adult’s goals might be more oriented around quality of life, like living with less pain or being able to walk without a walker.
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Alissa S. Chen, STAT, 1 July 2024
Indeed, its entire military apparatus—infantry, special operators, and rocket, missile, and drone forces—is trained, oriented, and indoctrinated for this exact scenario.
—Brian Katz, Foreign Affairs, 10 Oct. 2023
During the 911 call, made at 7:15 p.m. from Austin's home, he was described as awake, alert and oriented.
—Beatrice Peterson, ABC News, 16 Jan. 2024
Since the flames consumed much of Lahaina, locals have feared a rebuilt town could become even more oriented toward wealthy visitors.
—CBS News, 19 Aug. 2023
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Alissa S. Chen, STAT, 1 July 2024
Indeed, its entire military apparatus—infantry, special operators, and rocket, missile, and drone forces—is trained, oriented, and indoctrinated for this exact scenario.
—Brian Katz, Foreign Affairs, 10 Oct. 2023
During the 911 call, made at 7:15 p.m. from Austin's home, he was described as awake, alert and oriented.
—Beatrice Peterson, ABC News, 16 Jan. 2024
Since the flames consumed much of Lahaina, locals have feared a rebuilt town could become even more oriented toward wealthy visitors.
—CBS News, 19 Aug. 2023
See all Example Sentences for oriented
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“Oriented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oriented. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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